Inside the innermost part of each tooth is an area called the pulp. The pulp contains the blood, supply, and nerves for the tooth. Pulpitis is a condition that causes painful inflammation of the pulp.

Pulpitis can be avoided by brushing teeth at least twice a day, after meals, use of fluoridated toothpaste, avoiding sugary foods and flossing as part of oral hygiene. [iStockphoto] Inside the ...

Pulpitis is a dental condition which results in an inflamed dental pulp. The dental pulp is the innermost and vital part of the tooth structure, which is supplied by the blood vessels, and which ...